Question: My orthodontist just took my braces off and my smile looks good. My girlfriend was treated by you and her smile is much wider than mine. We both had the same type of problem, so why is her smile so much wider?

Dr. Herman's Answer: Your doctor treated you with traditional braces and I treated your girlfriend with the Damon® System of braces. Traditional braces do a great job of straightening teeth but do little to widen the bone holding your teeth. Traditional treatment often requires removal of healthy teeth to make space—this approach is often uncomfortable and can leave a narrower arch and a flat profile. The Damon System of Braces straightens teeth and widens the bone resulting in full, natural, wide smiles. If a wide smile is important to you call my office for your free consultation. Please visit herman4braces.com for before and after photos of my patients.